Personal health insurance

Personal health insurance products help lower your risk of being burdened by expenses for preventive care or medical bills as a result of an illness or accident. While provincial health plans provide coverage for many health expenses, there are gaps that can have a significant impact on your finances. For example, depending on the province or territory where you live, you may have to pay for:

Prescription drugs to treat a chronic or serious health condition

Emergency medical services provided in another country

Practitioners like physiotherapists to promote wellness or help with injury recovery

You should consider personal health insurance if:

You’d like additional benefits not offered by your employer’s plan or your province’s health coverage. You must have provincial health coverage to apply for personal health insurance.

Which product is right for you?

Personal Health Insurance

If you want higher coverage levels and are willing to be medically underwritten – where we review your health in greater depth through tools such as a detailed health questionnaire – then you should consider Personal Health Insurance. See plan details below.

Health Coverage Choice

If you’ve lost your group benefits coverage in the last 60 days – or will be losing your group benefits – because you are leaving your job or retiring, and you want coverage for your current health needs, you should consider Health Coverage Choice. There is no medical underwriting with this product.

We offer 3 Personal Health Insurance plans:

Personal Health Insurance is for you if you don’t have adequate employer group benefits coverage. You can choose among plans with differing levels of coverage. Each person included on a Personal Health Insurance application must have provincial health coverage and will be medically underwritten.

Standard plan

For prescription drugs, 70% reimbursement for first $7,000 and 100% reimbursement for next $93,000 of annual eligible expenses

100% reimbursement for supplemental healthcare. 100% reimbursement for paramedical practitioner services up to $300 per year, per practitioner. 100% reimbursement for vision care up to a $150 maximum every 2 years

Emergency travel medical for the first 60 days of a trip and $1 million lifetime maximum on emergency travel medical claims

Optional preventive dental and semi-private hospital room coverage

Enhanced plan

Our most comprehensive coverage, with a higher prescription drug maximum than the standard plan and optional dental coverage that includes restorative and orthodontic services.

For prescription drugs, 80% reimbursement for first $5,000 of annual eligible expenses and 100% reimbursement for next $245,000 of annual eligible expenses

100% reimbursement for supplemental healthcare. 100% reimbursement for paramedical practitioner services up to $400 per year, per practitioner. 100% reimbursement for vision care up to $200 maximum every 2 years

Emergency travel medical for the first 60 days of a trip and $1 million lifetime maximum on emergency travel medical claims

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Get a free online quote or to better understand which personal health insurance plan is right for your needs, talk to your advisor or find an advisor near you to help answer your questions. There is no cost to talk to an advisor.

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Insurers sometimes refer to health insurance as ‘private medical insurance’, or ‘PMI’, but in most cases, the product is the same, although what’s covered will vary from policy to policy.

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What’s included in health insurance?

The benefits will vary from policy to policy, but the right one for you will offer you the most flexibility and support when you’re in need.

Look out for these benefits:

In-patient treatments, such as routine health checks, tests and surgery

Out-patient care, such as overnight stays

Cash benefit if private treatment takes place in an NHS ward or facility

The use of diagnostic equipment

Cost of appointments, plus the consultant’s time

Prosthetics and wigs

But what’s covered will vary from policy to policy, so carefully compare the benefits and exclusions to find the right one for you.

Do I need health insurance?

Health insurance can work in tandem with the free care provided by the NHS, which all UK citizens are entitled to, to give patients control over how they’re treated.

Self-employed workers, or those with debilitating conditions that don’t receive statutory sick pay, may benefit from health insurance because it fast-tracks treatment.

Some insurers also offer a medical advice phone line so you have the option to speak to a nurse.

Will health insurance cover every illness and injury?

If you’re taken ill with a new condition, or have an accident, the benefits of health insurance will usually help you. If you have a pre-existing condition, getting affordable cover can be tricky, but it’s not impossible if you shop around.

Changing providers mid- or following treatment can also be problematic, as the illness or injury may become a pre-existing condition in the eyes of your new insurer.

Bear in mind that health insurance is very different to a healthcare cash plan, which reimburses appointments and certain treatments at the dentist, optician or physio.

Ready to get a health insurance quote?

We’ll help you at each step, but have this information to hand:

Your name, age and address

If you smoke, and if you’ve quit, how long ago

If you’d like to add a partner or children to the policy

Your quotes are based on your answers, so be honest and accurate, as inaccuracies could invalidate your policy.

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According to PwC, sick leave costs UK businesses £29 billion a year [3]

We’ve investigated how smoking and vaping may affect your eligibility, and how your mental health can affect a premium.

And as dreary as they sound, medical history declarations, moratoriums, out-patient treatment, in-patient treatment, day-patient treatment, pre-existing conditions and excesses, are all key parts of a health insurance quote, so we’ll help you get to grips with those, too.

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The following list contains legitimate companies that offer personal loans and that have been accredited by the Better Business Bureau after meeting all their strict requirements.

If you’re looking for an unsecured loan from non-bank sources, the following websites are a great place to start your search. Borrowing money online is a fast and convenient option, but always keep safe by choosing a reputable lender to work with.

On some occasions, people find themselves in life scenarios where they need to borrow money for different reasons. It may be to make a large purchase, buy new home furniture, finance a long awaited vacation or even to consolidate other debt, including high-rate interest card debt.

They may be a good option to explore when you do not have assets to use for a secured loan or when you need a practical alternative to the traditional bank loan course of action.

A personal loan is any type of unsecured loan. Compared to a mortgage, which is backed by the value of a home, or a car loan, which is backed by the value of a car, lenders offer these unbacked, unsecured loans to those people who do not have an asset that can be used as collateral.

Also known as no-collateral loans, they can be a solution to individuals who need to borrow money but do not have anything to use as security.

Unlike other types of financial obligations, a personal loan provides the freedom to use the funds as needed.

Most of the time, the lender wants to know what the money will be used for, to make sure you are making a sound decision.

However, you can use the money to consolidate debt, make upgrades to your home’s infrastructure, or use it for almost any other purpose. People need this type of loan, both the short term and the long term version, because they do not have access to cash any other way.

Some people benefit from it more than others do. You may not need it if you can get a less expensive loan offer. However, if you cannot, it is a decent option to explore. It provides you with access to funds without needing to present collateral.

Additionally, since it is not backed by your home, if you do default, you do not lose any assets in the process. This can make it less of a risk to the consumer.

Choosing a BBB accredited organization can provide you with better peace of mind that you’ve made a good choice.

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Paying for college can be a challenge. SunTrust can help navigate the options.

Before you look into paying for your college expenses, it’s important to know how much money you’ll need. Our money management resources, tools, and budgeting tips can help.

Use our college tuition guide and step-by-step guide to paying for college for planning advice on how to avoid getting too over-burdened with debt before you’ve earned a degree.

Before you get a loan, we encourage you to try getting scholarships and grants first. Our list of online resources can help. You can also register for the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes (see Official Rules for details).

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Private Education Loans

Private Education Loans, also known as Alternative Education Loans, help bridge the gap between the actual cost of your education and the limited amount the government allows you to borrow in its programs. Private loans are offered by private lenders and there are no federal forms to complete.

Some families turn to private education loans when the federal loans don’t provide enough money or when they need more flexible repayment options. However, since federal education loans are less expensive than and offer better terms than private student loans, you should exhaust your eligibility for federal student loans before resorting to private student loans.

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Alternative Loans are private loans offered through lending institutions and are NOT part of federal government programs. These loans are available if you need additional financial assistance after applying for all federal and state financial aid programs, including federal loans through www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Private Educational loans should be taken as a last resort after all Federal Loans have been exhausted.

As with all student loans, the amount borrowed must be for educational expenses and cannot exceed the cost of attendance for the loan period. Money is borrowed in the student’s name. A cosigner is usually required and loan approval is based on creditworthiness. Interest rates, loan fees, and borrower benefits for alternative loans vary. Alternative loans are also available for students that may not qualify for federal aid; International students with a cosigner, students who have past due term balances, and students enrolled for less than half-time.

While private education loans can help you pay for college, they are most often not the best choice. You should only apply for a private loan if you have already made use of all federal resources available.

DO NOT borrow money you donвЂ™t really need. Private educational loans generally have higher interest rates than federal loans so you will often end up paying more money back on a private loan. Make sure you need the funds!

Be selective in choosing your lender. Look for a lender that will give you the best interest rate, lowest fees, and best repayment plan. Failure to fully research these items can cause you to incur excessive debt.

You may want to find a cosigner. Even with a good credit score, a cosigner may help you get a better interest rate and/or a better repayment plan. A cosigner is a parent, guardian or other trusted individual that is willing to put their name on your loan and be responsible for payments should you fail to make them. There are usually cosigner release programs that allow your cosigner to be removed from the loan after a designated period of time.

Have a Private Educational Loan Lender List?

Stony Brook University takes financial aid advising very seriously which is why weвЂ™ve developed a Private Alternative Loan Lender List. The purpose of private/alternative loans is to provide secondary resources for students who have exhausted federal loan program options. A lender list is a tool used to assist students and families with the decision making process of choosing a lender. There are many student loan lenders from which you can choose. While the lenders on our sample lender list have been evaluated closely on the basis of customer service, technology, lender stability, reputation, default management, and borrower benefits, students have the right to select the lender or loan product of their choice. In fact, borrowers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own consumer research.

Select Its Private Educational Loan Lenders?

Loan borrowers should receive quick, efficient and accurate processing of their loans through a simplified application process and state of the art operations. Programs should interface with the universityвЂ™s financial aid processing system assuring a streamlined, electronic loan certification and funds delivery system. Timely and responsive processing with outstanding problem resolution service is essential. A toll free number for borrower information is required. Ideally, there should be separate dedicated toll free numbers for borrowers in school and in repayment status.

Lender Stability and Reputation:

Our sample lenders, their affiliates, and associated loan servicing agencies must be well established in the student educational loan industry for a minimum of five years. They also must maintain a proven record of excellent customer service to borrowers. This includes offering a variety of repayment options and the maintenance of a well-trained staff to answer questions via a toll-free number.

Our sample lenders provide web-based default management tools and early intervention for borrowers who are delinquent on their loan payments. They also provide information and advice to borrowers about costs of deferment/forbearance, repayment calculators, consolidation information, planning/budgeting, and credit information to students and parents.

Our sample lenders have competitive rates and provide above-average repayment benefits to loan borrowers. Borrower benefits provided by each of our sample lenders can be accessed from the websites listed on our sample Lender List. Reasons for selecting a particular lender can vary from person to person. Some choose a lender based on name recognition or where they have already had positive banking experiences. Others prefer the immediate benefit of lower origination fees, resulting in more money up front. Still others prefer the long-term advantage of repayment options, like an interest rate reduction as a reward for making payments on time.

Federal regulations also now mandate that private loan lenders require borrowers to complete a Private Educational Loan Application Self-Certification Form when requesting any private education loan. This form must be submitted to the lender вЂ“ NOT to Stony Brook University! While your cost of attendance and estimated financial assistance are needed to fill out section 2 of the form, you should be able to obtain this information by accessing your Stony Brook SOLAR account. If you need assistance completing this form, please contact your corresponding Financial Aid Office.

Students and parents can borrow from any lender. To assist you in deciding which lender to choose, we have listed some important questions to ask a lender:

What is the interest rate and what is it based on?

When does repayment begin?

Can principal and interest be deferred?

When is the interest capitalized?

How much is the loan origination fee?

What is the maximum amount I can borrow per year?

What is the minimum amount I can borrow per year?

Can payments be combined with Federal Direct payments?

Can payments be made through electronic transfer?

Can the loan be consolidated with other loans?

Can I borrow money to cover past due balances from a previous school term?

Are there interest rate deductions or other incentives for borrowers who make their payments on time?

Important information you need to know when selecting an Alternative Loan Product:

Private student loans typically have variable interest rates, with the interest rate pegged to an index, such as LIBOR or PRIME, plus a margin. The LIBOR index is the London Interbank Offered Rate and represents what it costs a lender to borrow money. The Prime Lending Rate is the interest rate lenders offer to their most creditworthy customers. A rate of LIBOR + 2.8% is roughly the same as PRIME + 0.0%.

Private Student Loans

College is expensive, and the costs seem to keep going up. Students are exploring more and more ways to fund these ballooning costs for their higher education. Student loan debt now tops $1 trillion.

When seeking financial aid, your first step should be to exhaust all forms of scholarship and grant money you may be eligible for. This is essentially free money that you don t have to pay back. Your next option should be federal financial aid. The U.S. Department of Education offers both grants and loans with low and fixed interest rates with flexible repayment plans. You will need to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine how much aid you may qualify for through government funding.

Only as a last resort should you take out a private student loan. Private student loans are offered through financial institutions and organizations, and often don t have the same flexibility or favorable terms as a federal loan. Unfortunately, many times grants, scholarships, and federal loans are just not enough to cover the costs of college, and you will need private student loans to bridge the gap. In addition, federal funding is not available for non-U.S. citizens, while private funding may be.

Fixed and Variable Interest Rates

Eligibility and Application Process

Often private loans require you to have an established and decent credit score to be eligible. Most students straight out of high school have yet to establish credit and therefore will require a cosigner. A cosigner is someone with good credit standing who agrees to be your guarantor or be financially liable for you during the life of your loan. Generally speaking, the better your – or your cosigner s – credit, the better your private student loan terms. Private loans may have higher loan limits and more generous loan cap amounts than federal loans for these borrowers. Private lenders may require a certification from the school in order to determine the maximum amount of money, or cap, they will offer to lend you. This is based on the cost of attendance minus any other aid you may already be receiving. Each private lender will set the terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements for the loans they offer.

The application process may also differ from lender to lender. Many have the option to fill them out electronically on their individual website. You will generally need your name, date of birth, school information, Social Security number, and income or tax information to apply. Most private lenders will perform a credit check to determine your eligibility. Private lenders do not publish the rate you will receive before the application is complete, so you should apply for more than one in order to determine which one offers the most favorable terms.

Once you have been approved, the lender will send you a letter detailing the terms and conditions of your loan. The money is not disbursed until you accept these terms and sign a promissory note that details your rights and responsibilities as a borrower. This note is a legally binding contract between you and the lender in which you agree to repay your loan and all interest accrued. Be sure to keep a copy of your promissory note for your records.

Loan Disbursement Information

Room and board

Books

Computer equipment

School supplies

Dependent child care

Transportation

Loans are generally based on the total cost of attendance at a school, which is not limited to just the cost of enrollment. When applying for a private student loan, you should only borrow however much you actually need which may be less than the amount offered to you. It can be very easy to get into debt quickly and difficult to dig yourself out.

Repayment

While some private loans will allow you to defer payments until after graduation, dropping below half-time status, or leaving school, many will require you to pay as you go, or at least pay the interest while you are still in school. Some loans offer a grace period, or time after graduation before your loan repayment period starts, but not all private loans do. Federal student loans have income-dependent repayment plans, as well as deferment and even forgiveness options that are not offered by private loans. Failure to make your payments on time can negatively affect your credit score as well.

Many lenders have flexible options for you to pay your bills in several accessible ways such as:

One-time electronic payments

Automatic debit or ACH payments

Mail-in payments

Payments over the phone

Your lender will be able to set you up on a repayment plan that works for you. A loan servicer, or the company that you pay your bills to and who is responsible for the administrative support of your loan, is able to work with you to find a viable and manageable repayment option. If you are having trouble making your payments, contact your loan servicer as soon as possible. It is also your responsibility to make sure your loan servicer has your current contact information and to make sure you are aware of when your repayment period starts.

Private loans may be a realistic option for you if your other sources of aid don t cover what you need to achieve your educational goals. You should be sure to contact your financial aid office at your school to determine what is the best option for you and your circumstances as to avoid getting into a financial situation from which you cannot easily recover.

Debt Consolidation Loans

Consolidation loans are used to deal with overwhelming debts. It is essentially taking out a loan to pay off any number of smaller debts which can ease the pressure by reducing your monthly payments. Debt consolidation loans are used to help simplify your finances. The interest rate on these types of loan can actually work out lower than continuing to deal with mounting multiple debts. With many lenders offering consolidation loans, finding the right deal for you can be difficult. You can find a loan by using our comparison service to search for the best rates from a range of providers. This will ensure you find the right loan to clear your debts with. Make sure that you read the terms and conditions of any consolidation loans which you are interested in.

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What is a consolidation loan?

If you feel that your debts are spiralling out of control and you do not know how to sort everything out then a debt consolidation loan could be really helpful. If you have multiple debts which you are having trouble keeping up with then a debt consolidation loan could be a good option. A debt consolidation loan is basically a single loan which you will borrow in order to pay your multiple debts.

How a debt consolidation loan can help

A consolidation loan means that you can consolidate your debt which means that you essentially group your debts together. This can make life a lot easier as you will only have a single debt to pay off each month. You should stop receiving threatening letters from your previous creditors and your single payment should be made as easy as possible.

You can off your debt over a longer period of time

It should be possible to pay this consolidation loan over a longer period of time so the monthly payments which you have to make will be smaller. However, it is important to remember that ultimately you are likely to pay more interest on your debts with a consolidation loan in comparison to what you would have had to pay when you had multiple debts. The idea is that in the long run a consolidation loan makes your life easier rather than more difficult.

Consolidation loans can be more expensive than your original debt

It is important to bear in mind that a consolidation loan is highly likely to be more expensive than your original debts but if you were finding them too hard to organise then in the long run a consolidation loan could save you money by helping you to avoid extra fees and charges on your original loans.

Consolidation loans are not for everyone

If you are happy paying your current debts and are not having any problems organising your payments then a consolidation loan is probably unnecessary for you. However, if this is not the case and your debts out of control then a consolidation loan could be an option to give you peace of mind.

Why should I consolidate my debts with a consolidation loan?

As already discussed, there are plenty of good reasons why you should consolidate your debt and you don’t necessarily have to be in financial difficulty in order to benefit. Consolidation loans can help you cut your monthly outgoings, leaving you more money for savings to help with a rainy day, education or to pay off your existing debts. If you feel like you are trapped in a cycle of borrowing then a debt consolidation loan is definitely worth considering helping you become debt free. Just ensure you have enough discipline to budget correctly and not borrow more after this. If you are in any doubt then you should seek independent financial advice.

Home Loans Made Easy through Canada Wide Financial

It is disappointing and discouraging when lenders fail to approve you for a home loan in Toronto. If less than perfect credit affects your ability to get a first or second mortgage, we can help you secure the funds you need to purchase the home of your dreams.

We Qualify You When Other Lenders Do Not

Many of today’s banks and financiers have long lists of qualifications that are difficult for most people to meet. Fortunately, here at Canada Wide Financial, we do things differently when it comes to home loans in Toronto. We can qualify you for a loan in several ways, including an evaluation of your employment and income, or even of the equity in your existing home. When other lenders say no, we can help you secure a private home loan.

A Simple Process

To find out if you qualify for a private home loan in Toronto, simply fill out an application. Our underwriters will review it the very same day, and you could receive approval in as little as four to 12 hours. There are no application fees, and in the event that there is an appraisal fee, we will notify you in advance. There are no long wait times, and you will never feel left in the dark.

No Credit? No Problem

Although traditional lenders rely almost exclusively on your credit score to determine your eligibility for home loans in Toronto, we do not. In fact, we use various other criteria, including your job, your length of employment, and your income as qualifiers to help you find the funds you need. We can even help you acquire funds for a second mortgages even if you have an open bankruptcy.

The Right Private Loan for Your Needs

Whether you are interested in home loans in Toronto for bad credit, second mortgages, private mortgage refinancing, or even debt consolidation based on the equity in your home or property, we can help. We can even stop foreclosures, assist in bridge financing, and work with clients who have declared bankruptcy. Despite what other lenders say, we will work with you to discover the best solutions for your unique situation.

If you need private home loans in Toronto, look no further than Canada Wide Financial. When other lenders turn you down, do not feel discouraged. Simply fill out our application, and one of our friendly, helpful representatives will contact you within 24 hours.

No Co-signer Student Loans

No co-signer student loans are available for students who have an established credit record with a good credit score. It is uncommon for students to qualify for private student loans without a co-signer, as most students lack a good credit score or have no credit history. Students who do not have an established and strong credit history generally will not be able to receive private no co-signer student loans due to the recent recession and stricter lending policies. There are, however, a few ways for a student to find a student loan without needing a co-signer.

What are the different types?

Certain federal student loans can be considered no co-signer student loans. Federal loans are approved based on a variety of factors, like financial need, but not on credit history or lack of one; this means that a student with weak or no credit history can receive federal loans. There are a few federal loans that a student can receive, two of which are Direct Subsidized loans and Perkins loans. These loans have low interest rates and flexible repayment terms. Federal Stafford loans can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Direct Subsidized loans are awarded based on financial need, as the government pays the interest on these loans while the student is in school. You do not have to demonstrate financial need to qualify for a Direct Unsubsidized loan, but you will be responsible for the interest accrued while you are in school. Perkins loans are also subsidized, but you need to demonstrate “exceptional” financial need to qualify for one. It is really hard to find no co-signer student loans privately.

Advantages

Students who qualify for and receive no co-signer student loans will continue to build their credit history and allow them an opportunity to receive other types of loans for future purchases. These student loans help students achieve their educational and professional goals.

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If you re looking for a private student loan, there are a wide variety of options. Some of the student loans available to you may not require a co-signer.

We provide a free loan search tool to help you compare all the loan options available to you, some of which may not require a co-signer.

After doing some research, we can help you go to a lending partner of your choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most student loans that don t require a co-signer are federal student loans. To apply for these, you ll need to fill out the FAFSA, which is available for free online at fafsa.ed.gov. This form will collect various financial details of the student to determine financial aid eligibility.

While searching for loans for college without a co-signer and credit check, I came across fixed interest rate options. What are these?

Every student loan carries an interest rate, which is the cost of borrowing. Interest rates can be either fixed or variable. Fixed interest rates are rates that do not vary throughout your repayment period. Variable rates may change depending on market conditions, going either up or down.

Do college loans for students with no co-signer include the Perkins loan?

Yes, Perkins loans fall into the category of loans that do not require a co-signer. This is a need-based loan that is geared towards covering educational costs for needy students. One of the key features of this loan is a low interest rate and flexible payment options.

Is getting a student loan cosigned beneficial for the student?

Yes, there are a number of advantages that come with cosigned student loans. First of all, it is important to know that a co-signer is basically a person who guarantees repayment of loans on behalf of the student. The major advantages of cosigning include easy approval of loans, better interest rates, and a chance to improve or build a strong credit score.

What is the interest rate on student loans without co-signer and no credit history?

The rate on student loans that don t require a co-signer and have no credit check depend on where they re coming from. If you re talking about federal student loans, the rate will be competitive or low. These rates are usually fixed and are sometimes subsidized by the government. However, if you re trying to find a private student loan without a co-signer and credit check, you may have a hard time. If you succeed, expect the rate to be high.

Are there any loans for students that do not require co-signers?

Parents and guardians can apply for student loans without co-signers. The Parent PLUS Loan allows parents and guardians to apply on behalf of their children. The application procedure for this loan requires that the student fill out the FAFSA application form.

What are the different types of student loans with no co-signer?

Student loans with no co-signer are hard to come by outside of federal loans. Only federal loans commonly do not require a co-signer; nearly all other private funding sources require you to have a co-signer. Certain examples of student loans with no co-signer include Perkins loans, Direct loans, and PLUS loans.

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An extra financial boost can help you to extend your house, redecorate or pay for a family event. Paying these large amounts at one time can be difficult, but with a Clydesdale Bank personal loan you can pay back over a set period.

With a Clydesdale Bank fixed rate personal loan you can borrow anything from 1,000 to 35,000 and repay in monthly fixed payments over 1 to 5 years*. All loans subject to status and eligibility.

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23 monthly repayments of £50.48

and a final payment of £50.29

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35 monthly repayments of £105.06

and a final payment of £104.78

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35 monthly repayments of £145.97

and a final payment of £145.61

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47 monthly repayments of £275.92

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Paying for college can be a challenge. SunTrust can help navigate the options.

Before you look into paying for your college expenses, it’s important to know how much money you’ll need. Our money management resources, tools, and budgeting tips can help.

Use our college tuition guide and step-by-step guide to paying for college for planning advice on how to avoid getting too over-burdened with debt before you’ve earned a degree.

Before you get a loan, we encourage you to try getting scholarships and grants first. Our list of online resources can help. You can also register for the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes (see Official Rules for details).

Union Federal is a federally registered trademark of Cognition Financial Corporation used by SunTrust Bank under license. The Union Federal Private Student Loan is funded by SunTrust Bank and is not affiliated with any other lender. Certain restrictions and limitations may apply. SunTrust Bank reserves the right to change or discontinue this program without notice. This loan program is subject to approval under the SunTrust credit policy and other criteria and may not be available in certain jurisdictions. SunTrust is a federally registered service mark of SunTrust Banks, Inc. Cognition Financial Corporation is not an affiliate of SunTrust Bank.

1 Interest rate reductions offered for automatic payment from a bank account: 0.25% interest rate reduction for ACH payment from any bank account and an extra 0.25% interest rate reduction when ACH payments are made from a SunTrust Bank account. ACH interest rate reduction(s) apply when full payments (including both principal and interest) are automatically drafted from a bank account. Interest rate reduction(s) will remain on the account unless (1) the automatic deduction of payments is stopped (including times during deferment or forbearance) or (2) there are three automatic deductions returned for insufficient funds within the life of the loan. The additional SunTrust Bank account ACH interest rate reduction is available for loans first disbursed on or after 6/1/11 and will be applied after the first automatic payment is successfully deducted from a SunTrust Bank checking, savings or money market account and will be removed for the reasons stated above or if you close your SunTrust Bank account. In the event the benefit(s) is removed, the interest rate stated in the Credit Agreement shall be applied in accordance with the terms of the Credit Agreement.

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Scholarship Sweepstakes

High school seniors and current college students can enter for a chance to win a $500 scholarship! No purchase necessary. Terms apply.

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)

What protections are available for Servicemembers.

Education Center

Paying for college can be a challenge. SunTrust can help navigate the options.

Before you look into paying for your college expenses, it’s important to know how much money you’ll need. Our money management resources, tools, and budgeting tips can help.

Use our college tuition guide and step-by-step guide to paying for college for planning advice on how to avoid getting too over-burdened with debt before you’ve earned a degree.

Before you get a loan, we encourage you to try getting scholarships and grants first. Our list of online resources can help. You can also register for the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes (see Official Rules for details).

Union Federal is a federally registered trademark of Cognition Financial Corporation used by SunTrust Bank under license. The Union Federal Private Student Loan is funded by SunTrust Bank and is not affiliated with any other lender. Certain restrictions and limitations may apply. SunTrust Bank reserves the right to change or discontinue this program without notice. This loan program is subject to approval under the SunTrust credit policy and other criteria and may not be available in certain jurisdictions. SunTrust is a federally registered service mark of SunTrust Banks, Inc. Cognition Financial Corporation is not an affiliate of SunTrust Bank.

1 Interest rate reductions offered for automatic payment from a bank account: 0.25% interest rate reduction for ACH payment from any bank account and an extra 0.25% interest rate reduction when ACH payments are made from a SunTrust Bank account. ACH interest rate reduction(s) apply when full payments (including both principal and interest) are automatically drafted from a bank account. Interest rate reduction(s) will remain on the account unless (1) the automatic deduction of payments is stopped (including times during deferment or forbearance) or (2) there are three automatic deductions returned for insufficient funds within the life of the loan. The additional SunTrust Bank account ACH interest rate reduction is available for loans first disbursed on or after 6/1/11 and will be applied after the first automatic payment is successfully deducted from a SunTrust Bank checking, savings or money market account and will be removed for the reasons stated above or if you close your SunTrust Bank account. In the event the benefit(s) is removed, the interest rate stated in the Credit Agreement shall be applied in accordance with the terms of the Credit Agreement.

How and When to Combine Federal Student Loans Private Loans

Got student loans? We ve got you covered with our Student Loan Smarts blog series.Our expert tips and hacks will help you save money, pay off loans sooner and stress less about student loan debt. Read the other posts in the series here—and get all the info you need to make intelligent decisions about your student loans. And while you re at it, check out SoFi s new Student Loan Debt Navigator tool to assess your student loan repayment options.

One of the biggest student loan myths out there is that borrowers can’t consolidate federal student loans and private student loans into one loan. It’s understandable why people think that, since this wasn’t an option for many years. But now that the choice is available, it’s important to understand whether federal and private loan consolidation is right for you – especially when there’s the potential for significant cost savings on the line.

Can I Consolidate Federal and Private Student Loans?

While it’s not possible to use the federal Direct loan consolidation program to combine your federal student loans with private loans, it is possible to combine private and federal student loans by refinancing them with a private lender. Through this process, you actually apply for a new loan (which is used to pay off your original loans) and you’re given a new—ideally lower—interest rate.

Why would you want to do this? In addition to the advantages of loan consolidation (like having one, simplified monthly payment), refinancing student loans at a lower interest rate can mean big benefits, like lowering monthly payments or reducing the time it takes to pay off your debt, and cutting down on the total interest you pay over time.

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Before you refinance federal student loans, there are a couple of things to think about. Here’s an easy decision tree to help you understand whether refinancing federal loans is right for you:

Should I Refinance My Federal Student Loans?

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates, Revealed

Some people assume that federal loans always offer the best rates, but this just isn’t true.

Depending on loan type and disbursement date, your federal student loan rate could range from about 3% to 8%. With prevailing interest rates at historic lows, some private lenders offer rates that are significantly better than a high-rate federal loan. This is particularly true for grad school borrowers who use unsubsidized Direct loans and Graduate PLUS loans to finance their education.

So how important is interest rate, really? Let’s compare a 10-year term, $80,000 loan at 6.84% (the current fixed rate on Grad PLUS loans) and 5.68% (the average 10-year fixed interest rate for SoFi refinance borrowers in 2015).*

In this example, refinancing would mean both lower monthly payments and a total savings of more than $5,600.

Understanding Federal Student Loan Benefits

Some federal student loans offer benefits and protections that do not transfer to private lenders. This is often the reason that people cite when they say you shouldn’t combine federal and private loans. But before you dismiss the idea of refinancing, you should first take a look to see if any of these benefits apply to you.

For example, under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLFP), your Direct Loan balance may be eligible for forgiveness after 120 payments if you’ve worked in the public sector that entire time. Similarly, the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program is available for teachers who work in schools that serve low-income families full-time for five consecutive years. These are clearly great programs for people who choose careers in public service or education, but if that’s not you, they won’t do you any good.

There are also a number of federal loan repayment plans that can ease the burden for borrowers facing tough economic times. For example, the government’s Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and Income-Based Repayment (IBR) programs allow borrowers to make reduced monthly payments based on financial hardship. But if your income is over a certain threshold, you won’t benefit from these programs. And if you do qualify, but you’re at the high end of the spectrum, your slightly lowered payments may come at a disproportionate price in the form of accumulating interest.

It’s important to note that some private lenders offer their own benefits and protections. At SoFi, for example, if you lose your job, we’ll not only pause your payments, we’ll help you find a new one .

Federal Loan Refinance Recap

Combining federal student loans and private loans through the refinancing process won’t make sense for every borrower, but it provides great benefits for some. Now that you know it’s an option and you understand how it works, you can better assess whether it’s right for you.

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Scholarship Sweepstakes

High school seniors and current college students can enter for a chance to win a $500 scholarship! No purchase necessary. Terms apply.

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)

What protections are available for Servicemembers.

Education Center

Paying for college can be a challenge. SunTrust can help navigate the options.

Before you look into paying for your college expenses, it’s important to know how much money you’ll need. Our money management resources, tools, and budgeting tips can help.

Use our college tuition guide and step-by-step guide to paying for college for planning advice on how to avoid getting too over-burdened with debt before you’ve earned a degree.

Before you get a loan, we encourage you to try getting scholarships and grants first. Our list of online resources can help. You can also register for the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes (see Official Rules for details).

Union Federal is a federally registered trademark of Cognition Financial Corporation used by SunTrust Bank under license. The Union Federal Private Student Loan is funded by SunTrust Bank and is not affiliated with any other lender. Certain restrictions and limitations may apply. SunTrust Bank reserves the right to change or discontinue this program without notice. This loan program is subject to approval under the SunTrust credit policy and other criteria and may not be available in certain jurisdictions. SunTrust is a federally registered service mark of SunTrust Banks, Inc. Cognition Financial Corporation is not an affiliate of SunTrust Bank.

1 Interest rate reductions offered for automatic payment from a bank account: 0.25% interest rate reduction for ACH payment from any bank account and an extra 0.25% interest rate reduction when ACH payments are made from a SunTrust Bank account. ACH interest rate reduction(s) apply when full payments (including both principal and interest) are automatically drafted from a bank account. Interest rate reduction(s) will remain on the account unless (1) the automatic deduction of payments is stopped (including times during deferment or forbearance) or (2) there are three automatic deductions returned for insufficient funds within the life of the loan. The additional SunTrust Bank account ACH interest rate reduction is available for loans first disbursed on or after 6/1/11 and will be applied after the first automatic payment is successfully deducted from a SunTrust Bank checking, savings or money market account and will be removed for the reasons stated above or if you close your SunTrust Bank account. In the event the benefit(s) is removed, the interest rate stated in the Credit Agreement shall be applied in accordance with the terms of the Credit Agreement.

Thousands of private student loan borrowers will get debt relief

The nightmare is almost over for thousands of people who faced illegal student debt collections lawsuits.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau took action Monday against National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts, which owns more than 800,000 private student loans.

The trusts must refund at least $3.5 million to about 2,000 harmed consumers. Those borrowers made payments after being sued illegally, the CFPB said.

In most cases the trusts did not have the paperwork to prove the borrower had owned the loan. In other instances, the statute of limitations (which varies by state) had expired.

The trusts purchased and securitized these loans from banks between 2001 and 2007. It initiated more than 94,000 collections lawsuits against defaulted borrowers between 2012 and 2016, according to the complaint.

More borrowers could eventually receive debt relief. The trusts must conduct an audit of all 800,000 loans in its portfolio to see if it lacks the paperwork needed to prove ownership of other loans. If documentation is missing, the trusts must stop collection on those loans, according to the proposed settlement, which still needs court approval.

“The National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts and their debt collector sued consumers for student loans they couldn’t prove were owed and filed false and misleading affidavits in courts across the country,” said CFPB Director Richard Cordray in a statement.

The trusts agreed to pay a total of about $19 million in refunds and penalties. It will have to pay more money if the audit finds that more borrowers are due relief.

Its debt collector, Transworld Systems, must pay an additional $2.5 million penalty, according to the proposed agreement.

Consumers don’t need to take any action at this time and will be notified directly if they are eligible for debt relief, the CFPB said.

Anyone who has other complaints regarding the National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts can file a complaint with the CFPB here.

Hard Money Equity Loans

Bad credit borrowers should consider hard money loans with our private money lenders that offer mortgage refinancing, cash out and consolidation. Sometimes in life situations arise that we cannot control, and bills aren’t paid on time and credit scores drop when you need them most. With BD Nationwide we enable you to talk directly to trusted hard money lenders so that you will get the “straight scoop.

If you have several reported late payments on your mortgage, then most conventional lenders will not approve you for cash out refinance or equity loan. Hard money equity loans are needed when credit scores drop in the low 500 range. Whether you need a non-prime loan or hard money lending, we can help you find private money lenders that provide several alternative financing solutions.

Shop Home Equity Companies Offering Private and Hard Money Loans for All Types of Credit

We will help you meet private money lenders that offer hard money loans and credit lines with short-term or extended term financing for investment, home construction, debt consolidation and bad credit refinancing. Choose from spec loans, lot loans bridge loans and many more non-conforming programs as well. Talk to hard money lenders that have bad credit solutions for qualified borrowers.

According to the Administrative Office of the Courts, 2,078,415 bankruptcies were filed last year–the largest number of bankruptcy petitions in the history of the federal courts.

See New Cash Out and Hard Money Loan Opportunities:

Many banks talk about offering equity loans for cash back but unless you have high credit scores it’s usually a long shot. That’s why hard money equity loans make a lot more sense for people who do not have great credit scores, Hard money loans have helped millions of people realize their financial goals by helping them tap their equity with cash out.

However, hard money is not for everyone. You’ll have enough equity to qualify for a hard money refinance, and not everyone will be able to do so. There are a few things that will factor into qualifying for these types of loans, including things like your income, debt to income ratio, credit history, and more. For a hard money equity loan, the most important factor of course is your home equity. Learn more on home equity loans with bad credit.

Tips and Advice from Hard Money Lenders and Private Mortgage Sources

Borrowing money from private sources has become very common these days for people who want to invest in real estate. It is still difficult to get regular banks to lend money on investment properties, even for experienced investors. If you are considering a hard money loan, below is an overview and some tips and advice.

Hard Money Loan Overview

A hard money loan is an alternative to a traditional bank loan that investors and some home buyers choose when they cannot qualify for a loan from a commercial lender. Some people also prefer to get a hard money loan instead of a regular loan because they have different needs than regular lenders can provide.

Payment terms are usually higher priced than regular bank loans because hard money loans are a higher risk investment for the lender.

The biggest difference between a hard money loan and a bank loan is that the loan is based entirely on the value of the property. Your personal credit history is not a major factor. Because the loan is not greatly based upon credit history, you will pay a much higher interest rate on a hard money loan. But if you have a profitable asset that you want to fix up and resell, getting a hard money loan could be a great option.

If you are looking for a short-term loan, such as doing a fix and flip property, a subprime loan from a hard money lender is often ideal. After all, you are not holding the loan for more than a few months. But if you have a property that you plan to hold for a long period of time, a hard money loan can quickly become too expensive to be profitable. Shop mortgages with bad credit.

Some of the Advantages of Getting a Hard Money Loan include:

Speed: The biggest plus of getting this type of loan is that you can get the money quickly. If you are an investor and you see a hot property, you know how it works: If you cannot close on that deal in a week or two, it could be gone. Some private money lenders can get your loan approved in 24 hours. People looking for a hard money line of credit in 1st or 2nd position will have more success getting quick cash than borrowers searching for a 3rd mortgage.

More collateral options: Hard money lenders can take different sorts of collateral. They will want to see that you have sufficient income from other sources to pay the loan usually, but they also may accept that you have other properties in your portfolio that serve as collateral if you default. They also may be able to accept your retirement savings or personal residence.

Low credit requirements: There are some hard money lenders that will want to see a decent credit score to loan you money, but others don’t care. The main thing that matters is having an asset that is worth something and that will have additional value when it is fixed up.

Hard money lenders understand investors: These lenders work with investors in real estate every day and understand what you are doing. If you have a property that can make them money, they probably will loan on it even if your credit is poor. Many regular banks are leery of investors.

Some Disadvantages of Hard Money Loans:

Higher interest rate: The interest rate on a hard money loan can be 15%. That is extremely high, but remember, you are probably not borrowing the money for more than three to six months. But you can run into problems if you need to borrow the money for a year or longer. You could find yourself losing money by holding the property.

Short term: Most hard money loans range from three months to a year. Hard money loan costs can be hard to handle when you are working on the property and have no cash flow or profit from it.

Certain properties only: Many hard money lenders are picky on the properties they will loan on. They all have different lending criteria, and some will be really strict. They want to be sure the property is worth having if you default.

Tips for Hard Money Loans:

Find a profitable property. No hard money lender will loan on a property that is going to lose money.

Have an exit strategy planned to show the private money lender. Most hard money borrowers are fixing and flipping properties. Show the lender what you are doing to the property and how much money it will make. Be specific.

Build up your cash reserves. Hard money lenders like to work with experienced investors who have a track record of success. If you are new, that’s fine, but you can increase your chances of getting approved by having substantial cash reserves and collateral.

Raise your credit score: While many lenders will loan to people with bad credit, you still should try to raise your score, as you may get a lower rate.

If you are new to investing, consider partnering with an experienced hard money broker or lender with a portfolio of properties. He can help you to get the loan and work with you to fix up the home profitably.

Do you need cash but currently have credit scores below 500?

Are you seeking some debt relief with lower payments from eliminating compounding interest?

BD Nationwide Mortgage provides solid insight on home equity solutions to savvy borrowers looking to consolidate loans and pay off revolving credit cards. If you have earned some equity in your home and want to reduce some high interest debt it is worth looking into a subprime mortgage, even if you have below-average credit scores.

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Just one funded deal could make all the difference. That’s why it is so important to know the lender programs so investors can match deals with the right private hardmoney lender programs. It is critical to being able to establish a relationship with these lenders if it is your desire to get more deals funded and closed.

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Private Money Lenders For Real Estate

Finding private money loans is tricky and difficult to do on your own. The person that helps you get the money you want to borrow from private investors is a private money lender. (In the banking world this individual is commonly called a loan officer.) The Private Money Lending Guide includes a directory of private money lenders for real estate who can help you get a private money loan.

In addition to helping you find a private money lender, The Private Money Lending Guide is a comprehensive, online resource for borrowers interested in educating themselves about the world of private money loans and lending.

Use our #1 Private Money Lender Directory

Use our nationwide directory to find a Private Money Lender to find a private money lender to contact. You can search for a lender by:

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Contact a Private Money Lender

Contact one or more of the private money lenders and present your loan scenario. Then interview the lenders and find someone with whom you feel comfortable.

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Exhaust all federal grant and loans available to you before considering a private (alternative) loan. You may qualify for loans or other assistance under title IV of the HEA (Pell Grants, Stafford, Perkins, FSEOG grants and PLUS loans) and the terms and conditions of title IV, HEA program loans may be more favorable than the provisions of private education loans . Student Lending Analytics has developed a list of private loan options for undergraduates to serve schools and their students who need a focused and neutral resource for help in finding a private student loan.

SLA is an independent research and advisory firm that has NO affiliations with any student lenders. SLA HAS RECEIVED NO CONSIDERATION FROM ANY LENDERS FOR PLACEMENT ON THIS LIST. Placement on this list DOES NOT in any way constitute an endorsement from SLA NOR should it be construed as a preferred lender list. You are free to borrow from any lender of your choice. While SLA has made every effort to confirm each of the lender loan terms described below through website research and multiple calls to lender customer service representatives, it cannot guarantee its accuracy. Furthermore, not all the lenders listed below lend to all students at all schools. The borrower should confirm any and all loan terms with the lender PRIOR to accepting the loan. Each lender s position on the list is randomly determined and will change each time this page is refreshed. SLA will update this page as necessary and will provide a date of last update at the top of the page. The information provided below is subject to change without notice.

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Private Lenders For Personal Loans

Are you struggling to find a bank or lender that will give you a personal loan? Do you need private lenders for personal loans that can help you even though you might not have perfect credit? Typically it takes very good credit to get a personal loan from a bank, but there are other options. Here is a look at one of the best places to get a private personal loan from.

The difference in interest is related to the risk that your private lender will assume when loaning you money. The secured version of the personal loan from a private lender is by far the cheapest alternative. To secure your loan, you will place an item of value, such as your home or automobile, up for collateral. This means that if you fail to repay your private lender for the amount of money loaned to you in your private lender personal loan, the lender can foreclose upon your home or reposess your vehicle to be reimbursed for what you owe them.

The benefits of this type of loan are that they can usually be secured the same or next day, there is no credit check and you can apply for them privately over the Internet. You will have to fill in an on line application form and provide evidence that you are in work and how much you earn per month, but that is normally all that is required particularly if you apply to a no faxing, low monthly payment lender.

Private lenders or the conventional lenders?

When a borrower has an exceptional credit history,the loans can be easily obtained from the banks which will actually be the best loan offer to you. I call it the best since the interest rates will be very low and the lenders would also have a lot of credibility. Hence, there is absolutely no better lending place than a bank if your credit score is good. You ought to resort to loans from the banks in such circumstances. But what if the borrower does not have a decent credit or has not yet established a credit history?

Get private loans at lowest rates and with instant approval:

Getting the approval from the private lender is no big deal. But what really matters is whether you are approved for the lowest rates or for higher rates. Suppose you do not have a good credit history, getting the loan at lower rate would only be a dream. The credit plays a very important role in these private loan approvals just like the other loans. Hence if your credit history is not good, getting a cosigner will be very helpful. You can select anyone as cosigner but the person should have a good credit and a stable income. In short, cosigner has to accept the responsibility of repaying the lender if the borrower defaults on the loan. Since there are lot of private lenders,you will find it very hard to pick the best out of them. Some web sites compare the terms and annual percentage rates of several popular lenders.

Get loans without cosigners:

If you do not have a fair credit score,it is better to increase the score or to get a cosigner. These cosigners will give you a huge advantage over other borrowers. But if you do not know anyone who could act as a cosigner, it is better to do the credit repair. Remember that your parent can also act as a cosigner for your loan approval.

Private Student Loans

Private student loan volume grew much more rapidly than federal student loan volume through mid-2008, in part because aggregate loan limits on the Stafford loan remained unchanged from 1992 to 2008. (The introduction of the Grad PLUS loan on July 1, 2006 and the increases in the annual but not aggregate limits had only a modest impact on the growth of private student loan volume. The subprime mortgage credit crisis of 2007-2010, however, limited lender access to the capital needed to make new loans, reining in growth of the private student loan marketplace.) The annual increase in private student loan volume was about 25% to 35% per year, compared with 8% per year for federal loan volume.

In addition to these lists of private student loan programs, there are several web sites that provide tools for comparing private student loans. These tools can help you identify the loans that match your criteria. These student loan comparison sites include Credible and other student loan comparison sites.

Then the Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008 increased the annual and aggregate loan limits on the federal Stafford loan starting July 1, 2008. This shifted significant loan volume from private student loan programs to federal. Private student loan volume dropped in half in 2008-09, according to the College Board’s Trends in Student Aid 2009.

Private student loan volume is expected to return to the 25% annual growth rate unless there is another increase in federal loan limits or an expansion of the availability of federal student loans. For example, the proposal for expanding Perkins loan funding from $1 billion a year to $8.5 billion a year will cause a significant decline in private student loan volume. But so long as federal loan limits do not increase every year, private student loan volume will continue to grow at double-digit rates.

If current trends continue, annual private education loan volume will surpass federal student loan volume by around 2030. Accordingly, it is important that students have tools they can use to compare different private student loans.

As a general rule, students should only consider obtaining a private education loan if they have maxed out the Federal Stafford Loan. They should also file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which may qualify them for grants, work-study and other forms of student aid. Undergraduate students should also compare costs with the Federal PLUS Loan, as the PLUS loan is usually much less expensive and has better repayment terms.

The fees charged by some lenders can significantly increase the cost of the loan. A loan with a relatively low interest rate but high fees can ultimately cost more than a loan with a somewhat higher interest rate and no fees. (The lenders that do not charge fees often roll the difference into the interest rate.) A good rule of thumb is that 3% to 4% in fees is about the same as a 1% higher interest rate.

Be wary of comparing loans with different repayment terms according to APR, as a longer loan term reduces the APR despite increasing the total amount of interest paid. FinAid’s Loan Analyzer Calculator may be used to generate an apples-to-apples comparison of different loan programs.

The best private student loans will have interest rates of LIBOR + 2.0% or PRIME – 0.50% with no fees. Such loans will be competitive with the Federal PLUS Loan. Unfortunately, these rates often will be available only to borrowers with great credit who also have a creditworthy cosigner. It is unclear how many borrowers qualify for the best rates, although the top credit tier typically encompasses about 20% of borrowers.

Generally, borrowers should prefer loans that are pegged to the LIBOR index over loans that are pegged to the Prime Lending Rate, all else being equal, as the spread between the Prime Lending Rate and LIBOR has been increasing over time. Over the long term a loan with interest rates based on LIBOR will be less expensive than a loan based on the Prime Lending Rate. About half of lenders peg their private student loans to the LIBOR index and about 2/5 to the Prime lending rate.

Some lenders use the LIBOR rate because it reflects their cost of capital. Other lenders use the Prime Lending Rate because PRIME + 0.0% sounds better to consumers than LIBOR + 2.80% even when the rates are the same.

It is not uncommon for lenders to advertise a lower rate for the in-school and grace period, with a higher rate in effect when the loan enters repayment.

Federal student loans are not available for expenses incurred by law, medical and dental students after they graduate, such as expenses associated with study for the bar or finding a residency. There are two types of private student loans for these expenses:

A Bar Study Loan helps finance bar exam costs such as bar review course fees, bar exam fees, as well as living expenses while you are studying for the bar.

A Residency and Relocation Loan helps medical and dental students with the expenses associated with finding a residency, including interview travel expenses and relocation costs, as well as board exam expenses.

Comparing Private Student Loans

Key information to understand student loans includes being aware of the annual and cumulative loan limits, interest rates, fees, and loan term for the most popular private student loan programs. Often the interest rates, fees and loan limits depend on the credit history of the borrower and co-signer, if any, and on loan options chosen by the borrower such as in-school deferment and repayment schedule. Loan term often depends on the total amount of debt.

Most lenders that require school certification (approval) will cap the annual loan amount at cost of education less aid received (COA-Aid). They may also have an annual dollar limit as well.

Lenders rarely give complete details of the terms of the private student loan until after the student submits an application, in part because this helps prevent comparisons based on cost. For example, many lenders will only advertise the lowest interest rate they charge (for good credit borrowers). Borrowers with bad credit can expect interest rates that are as much as 6% higher, loan fees that are as much as 9% higher, and loan limits that are two-thirds lower than the advertised figures.

The APRs for variable rate loans, if listed, are only the current APRs and are likely to change over the term of the loan. Borrowers should be careful about comparing loans based on the APR, as the APR may be calculated under different assumptions, such as a different number of years in repayment. All else being equal, a longer repayment term will have a lower APR even though the borrower will pay more in interest.

The information presented below is based on lender provided information. Actual rates and fees may differ.

Alternative Financing With Bad Credit Student Loans

Whether you like it or not, your credit history takes center stage when it s time to plan your financial aid strategy. If you are a high school student, this may be the first time you ve had to consider the importance of having good credit.

Every credit related interaction you engage in has an outcome that affects your credit rating . If you borrow money and pay it back on schedule, your rating will be the better for it. If you have even one late payment, a negative entry serves to lower your rating.

Your credit score is the summation of all the credit outcomes you have created over the course of your borrowing history. Credit bureaus are tasked with assigning numbers, or scores, to your overall performance. As you apply for certain student aid, your credit score is used by lenders to determine your worthiness for loans.

You have specific rights related to credit reporting, as outlined by The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Three specific protections ensure that credit applications are handled without bias:

If information contained in your credit report has been used to withhold a loan, the lender is obligated to tell you that it has.

You have a specific right to know what is contained in your credit report.

You have the right to challenge any information contained in your credit report that is not accurate or is incomplete.

The Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act (FACTA) is a legal provision granting you the right to receive free copies of your credit reports from each of the three national credit bureaus, once a year. Get your free report, so you know exactly where you stand – requests are submitted annually to www.annualcreditreport.com. (Remember: you get ONE free report from each one, every year – use it wisely, from the perspective of timing).

What s wrong with my credit?

Experian, Equifax, and Transunion are the three primary credit bureaus that analyze your credit history. While responsible credit behavior is always going to impact your credit rating positively, it is not the only metric used to assign your credit score. Some of the criteria used to derive credit scores are inherently biased against college students.

Credit bureaus want to see longevity and diversity in your credit history. If you are emerging from high school enroute to college, you might not be strong in either area. Three types of credit are examined:

Installment Credit – Loans with fixed payments that are paid back over designated periods of time fall into this category. Mortgages provide the best installment credit references for lenders, because the loans are large and long-held. You probably didn t buy a house during high school, but your steady car loan payments are also installment credit successes.

Open Credit – An American Express card is a good example of an open credit line that must be paid in-full each month.

So even if your credit outcomes have been positive, your limited history might not be sufficient to establish a high credit score. To access funds reserved for people with high credit scores, add a longer frame of reference to your credit application- take on a cosigner.

Use cosigners to your advantage—to help build your credit. Once you ve made 48 consecutive on-time payments, it s common for your lender to release the cosigner fromthe loan. The student loan you needed a cosigner to secure, now acts as an installment credit success, to raiseyour own credit score.

If you cannot find someone willing to lend their favorable credit rating to your college funding cause, focus instead on forms of financial aid that don t rely on your past credit performance.

Federal Student Loans: Perfect Bad Credit Loans

Federal student loans provideyour best borrowing options without strong credit.The first step toward securing financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The standardized application computes your need for financial assistance during school. Student income, parental income and assets, and the size of your family are used to calculate your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Your EFC is then used to create an individual Student Aid Report (SAR) that articulates your precise college financial aid needs.

Stafford Loans

Submitting your FAFSA places you in contention for Stafford Loans under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. Stafford Loans are categorized as subsidized, or unsubsidized, with different conditions for each.

Subsidized Stafford Loans are based on demonstrable financial need, as illustrated by your FAFSA results. As long as you are enrolled in school, your interest payments are subsidized by the Federal Government, so your debt doesn t grow while you are learning.

Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are not based on financial need, so interest does accrue while you attend school. You have the option of paying the interest as you go, or letting it ride until you finish school. As your interest is added to your debt, your total repayment obligation grows.

Stafford Loans are available for undergraduate and graduate studies, with a maximum yearly award of $20,500 per graduate student.

Parental financial information is included on FAFSA submissions for dependent students. If you apply as an independent student, your parents income is not factored into your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), and your annual Stafford Loan limits are higher.

Perkins Loans

Perkins loans are administered by institutions of higher education (IHE), but are federally funded nonetheless. Funds are reserved for students who demonstrate significant need relating to educational financing.Families with annual incomes below $25,000 are usually eligible for Perkins Loans, but your FAFSA should still be submitted, even if your family makes more.

The maximum annual Perkins loan for undergraduate students is $5500, with a lifetime loan maximum of $27,000. Graduate students may borrow up to $8000 each year, with a $60,000 lifetime maximum. Perkins loans have fixed 5% interest rates and repayment starts 9 months following graduation.

Private lenders require established good credit to consider you for a loan. If you don t have it, get a cosigner on board to bolster your credit worthiness. Without credit or a cosigner, you are best served by direct federal loans.

Hard Money Equity Loans

Bad credit borrowers should consider hard money loans with our private money lenders that offer mortgage refinancing, cash out and consolidation. Sometimes in life situations arise that we cannot control, and bills aren’t paid on time and credit scores drop when you need them most. With BD Nationwide we enable you to talk directly to trusted hard money lenders so that you will get the “straight scoop.

If you have several reported late payments on your mortgage, then most conventional lenders will not approve you for cash out refinance or equity loan. Hard money equity loans are needed when credit scores drop in the low 500 range. Whether you need a non-prime loan or hard money lending, we can help you find private money lenders that provide several alternative financing solutions.

Shop Home Equity Companies Offering Private and Hard Money Loans for All Types of Credit

We will help you meet private money lenders that offer hard money loans and credit lines with short-term or extended term financing for investment, home construction, debt consolidation and bad credit refinancing. Choose from spec loans, lot loans bridge loans and many more non-conforming programs as well. Talk to hard money lenders that have bad credit solutions for qualified borrowers.

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Many banks talk about offering equity loans for cash back but unless you have high credit scores it’s usually a long shot. That’s why hard money equity loans make a lot more sense for people who do not have great credit scores, Hard money loans have helped millions of people realize their financial goals by helping them tap their equity with cash out.

However, hard money is not for everyone. You’ll have enough equity to qualify for a hard money refinance, and not everyone will be able to do so. There are a few things that will factor into qualifying for these types of loans, including things like your income, debt to income ratio, credit history, and more. For a hard money equity loan, the most important factor of course is your home equity. Learn more on home equity loans with bad credit.

Tips and Advice from Hard Money Lenders and Private Mortgage Sources

Borrowing money from private sources has become very common these days for people who want to invest in real estate. It is still difficult to get regular banks to lend money on investment properties, even for experienced investors. If you are considering a hard money loan, below is an overview and some tips and advice.

Hard Money Loan Overview

A hard money loan is an alternative to a traditional bank loan that investors and some home buyers choose when they cannot qualify for a loan from a commercial lender. Some people also prefer to get a hard money loan instead of a regular loan because they have different needs than regular lenders can provide.

Payment terms are usually higher priced than regular bank loans because hard money loans are a higher risk investment for the lender.

The biggest difference between a hard money loan and a bank loan is that the loan is based entirely on the value of the property. Your personal credit history is not a major factor. Because the loan is not greatly based upon credit history, you will pay a much higher interest rate on a hard money loan. But if you have a profitable asset that you want to fix up and resell, getting a hard money loan could be a great option.

If you are looking for a short-term loan, such as doing a fix and flip property, a subprime loan from a hard money lender is often ideal. After all, you are not holding the loan for more than a few months. But if you have a property that you plan to hold for a long period of time, a hard money loan can quickly become too expensive to be profitable. Shop mortgages with bad credit.

Some of the Advantages of Getting a Hard Money Loan include:

Speed: The biggest plus of getting this type of loan is that you can get the money quickly. If you are an investor and you see a hot property, you know how it works: If you cannot close on that deal in a week or two, it could be gone. Some private money lenders can get your loan approved in 24 hours. People looking for a hard money line of credit in 1st or 2nd position will have more success getting quick cash than borrowers searching for a 3rd mortgage.

More collateral options: Hard money lenders can take different sorts of collateral. They will want to see that you have sufficient income from other sources to pay the loan usually, but they also may accept that you have other properties in your portfolio that serve as collateral if you default. They also may be able to accept your retirement savings or personal residence.

Low credit requirements: There are some hard money lenders that will want to see a decent credit score to loan you money, but others don’t care. The main thing that matters is having an asset that is worth something and that will have additional value when it is fixed up.

Hard money lenders understand investors: These lenders work with investors in real estate every day and understand what you are doing. If you have a property that can make them money, they probably will loan on it even if your credit is poor. Many regular banks are leery of investors.

Some Disadvantages of Hard Money Loans:

Higher interest rate: The interest rate on a hard money loan can be 15%. That is extremely high, but remember, you are probably not borrowing the money for more than three to six months. But you can run into problems if you need to borrow the money for a year or longer. You could find yourself losing money by holding the property.

Short term: Most hard money loans range from three months to a year. Hard money loan costs can be hard to handle when you are working on the property and have no cash flow or profit from it.

Certain properties only: Many hard money lenders are picky on the properties they will loan on. They all have different lending criteria, and some will be really strict. They want to be sure the property is worth having if you default.

Tips for Hard Money Loans:

Find a profitable property. No hard money lender will loan on a property that is going to lose money.

Have an exit strategy planned to show the private money lender. Most hard money borrowers are fixing and flipping properties. Show the lender what you are doing to the property and how much money it will make. Be specific.

Build up your cash reserves. Hard money lenders like to work with experienced investors who have a track record of success. If you are new, that’s fine, but you can increase your chances of getting approved by having substantial cash reserves and collateral.

Raise your credit score: While many lenders will loan to people with bad credit, you still should try to raise your score, as you may get a lower rate.

If you are new to investing, consider partnering with an experienced hard money broker or lender with a portfolio of properties. He can help you to get the loan and work with you to fix up the home profitably.

Do you need cash but currently have credit scores below 500?

Are you seeking some debt relief with lower payments from eliminating compounding interest?

BD Nationwide Mortgage provides solid insight on home equity solutions to savvy borrowers looking to consolidate loans and pay off revolving credit cards. If you have earned some equity in your home and want to reduce some high interest debt it is worth looking into a subprime mortgage, even if you have below-average credit scores.

When it comes to private hard money funding now you can learn what successful real estate investors are doing in today’s real estate market–

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Just one funded deal could make all the difference. That’s why it is so important to know the lender programs so investors can match deals with the right private hardmoney lender programs. It is critical to being able to establish a relationship with these lenders if it is your desire to get more deals funded and closed.

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Exhaust all federal grant and loans available to you before considering a private (alternative) loan. You may qualify for loans or other assistance under title IV of the HEA (Pell Grants, Stafford, Perkins, FSEOG grants and PLUS loans) and the terms and conditions of title IV, HEA program loans may be more favorable than the provisions of private education loans . Student Lending Analytics has developed a list of private loan options for undergraduates to serve schools and their students who need a focused and neutral resource for help in finding a private student loan.

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Alternative Financing With Bad Credit Student Loans

Whether you like it or not, your credit history takes center stage when it s time to plan your financial aid strategy. If you are a high school student, this may be the first time you ve had to consider the importance of having good credit.

Every credit related interaction you engage in has an outcome that affects your credit rating . If you borrow money and pay it back on schedule, your rating will be the better for it. If you have even one late payment, a negative entry serves to lower your rating.

Your credit score is the summation of all the credit outcomes you have created over the course of your borrowing history. Credit bureaus are tasked with assigning numbers, or scores, to your overall performance. As you apply for certain student aid, your credit score is used by lenders to determine your worthiness for loans.

You have specific rights related to credit reporting, as outlined by The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Three specific protections ensure that credit applications are handled without bias:

If information contained in your credit report has been used to withhold a loan, the lender is obligated to tell you that it has.

You have a specific right to know what is contained in your credit report.

You have the right to challenge any information contained in your credit report that is not accurate or is incomplete.

The Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act (FACTA) is a legal provision granting you the right to receive free copies of your credit reports from each of the three national credit bureaus, once a year. Get your free report, so you know exactly where you stand – requests are submitted annually to www.annualcreditreport.com. (Remember: you get ONE free report from each one, every year – use it wisely, from the perspective of timing).

What s wrong with my credit?

Experian, Equifax, and Transunion are the three primary credit bureaus that analyze your credit history. While responsible credit behavior is always going to impact your credit rating positively, it is not the only metric used to assign your credit score. Some of the criteria used to derive credit scores are inherently biased against college students.

Credit bureaus want to see longevity and diversity in your credit history. If you are emerging from high school enroute to college, you might not be strong in either area. Three types of credit are examined:

Installment Credit – Loans with fixed payments that are paid back over designated periods of time fall into this category. Mortgages provide the best installment credit references for lenders, because the loans are large and long-held. You probably didn t buy a house during high school, but your steady car loan payments are also installment credit successes.

Open Credit – An American Express card is a good example of an open credit line that must be paid in-full each month.

So even if your credit outcomes have been positive, your limited history might not be sufficient to establish a high credit score. To access funds reserved for people with high credit scores, add a longer frame of reference to your credit application- take on a cosigner.

Use cosigners to your advantage—to help build your credit. Once you ve made 48 consecutive on-time payments, it s common for your lender to release the cosigner fromthe loan. The student loan you needed a cosigner to secure, now acts as an installment credit success, to raiseyour own credit score.

If you cannot find someone willing to lend their favorable credit rating to your college funding cause, focus instead on forms of financial aid that don t rely on your past credit performance.

Federal Student Loans: Perfect Bad Credit Loans

Federal student loans provideyour best borrowing options without strong credit.The first step toward securing financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The standardized application computes your need for financial assistance during school. Student income, parental income and assets, and the size of your family are used to calculate your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Your EFC is then used to create an individual Student Aid Report (SAR) that articulates your precise college financial aid needs.

Stafford Loans

Submitting your FAFSA places you in contention for Stafford Loans under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. Stafford Loans are categorized as subsidized, or unsubsidized, with different conditions for each.

Subsidized Stafford Loans are based on demonstrable financial need, as illustrated by your FAFSA results. As long as you are enrolled in school, your interest payments are subsidized by the Federal Government, so your debt doesn t grow while you are learning.

Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are not based on financial need, so interest does accrue while you attend school. You have the option of paying the interest as you go, or letting it ride until you finish school. As your interest is added to your debt, your total repayment obligation grows.

Stafford Loans are available for undergraduate and graduate studies, with a maximum yearly award of $20,500 per graduate student.

Parental financial information is included on FAFSA submissions for dependent students. If you apply as an independent student, your parents income is not factored into your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), and your annual Stafford Loan limits are higher.

Perkins Loans

Perkins loans are administered by institutions of higher education (IHE), but are federally funded nonetheless. Funds are reserved for students who demonstrate significant need relating to educational financing.Families with annual incomes below $25,000 are usually eligible for Perkins Loans, but your FAFSA should still be submitted, even if your family makes more.

The maximum annual Perkins loan for undergraduate students is $5500, with a lifetime loan maximum of $27,000. Graduate students may borrow up to $8000 each year, with a $60,000 lifetime maximum. Perkins loans have fixed 5% interest rates and repayment starts 9 months following graduation.

Private lenders require established good credit to consider you for a loan. If you don t have it, get a cosigner on board to bolster your credit worthiness. Without credit or a cosigner, you are best served by direct federal loans.

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Paying for college can be a challenge. SunTrust can help navigate the options.

Before you look into paying for your college expenses, it’s important to know how much money you’ll need. Our money management resources, tools, and budgeting tips can help.

Use our college tuition guide and step-by-step guide to paying for college for planning advice on how to avoid getting too over-burdened with debt before you’ve earned a degree.

Before you get a loan, we encourage you to try getting scholarships and grants first. Our list of online resources can help. You can also register for the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes (see Official Rules for details).

Union Federal is a federally registered trademark of Cognition Financial Corporation used by SunTrust Bank under license. The Union Federal Private Student Loan is funded by SunTrust Bank and is not affiliated with any other lender. Certain restrictions and limitations may apply. SunTrust Bank reserves the right to change or discontinue this program without notice. This loan program is subject to approval under the SunTrust credit policy and other criteria and may not be available in certain jurisdictions. SunTrust is a federally registered service mark of SunTrust Banks, Inc. Cognition Financial Corporation is not an affiliate of SunTrust Bank.

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How and When to Combine Federal Student Loans Private Loans

Got student loans? We ve got you covered with our Student Loan Smarts blog series.Our expert tips and hacks will help you save money, pay off loans sooner and stress less about student loan debt. Read the other posts in the series here—and get all the info you need to make intelligent decisions about your student loans. And while you re at it, check out SoFi s new Student Loan Debt Navigator tool to assess your student loan repayment options.

One of the biggest student loan myths out there is that borrowers can’t consolidate federal student loans and private student loans into one loan. It’s understandable why people think that, since this wasn’t an option for many years. But now that the choice is available, it’s important to understand whether federal and private loan consolidation is right for you – especially when there’s the potential for significant cost savings on the line.

Can I Consolidate Federal and Private Student Loans?

While it’s not possible to use the federal Direct loan consolidation program to combine your federal student loans with private loans, it is possible to combine private and federal student loans by refinancing them with a private lender. Through this process, you actually apply for a new loan (which is used to pay off your original loans) and you’re given a new—ideally lower—interest rate.

Why would you want to do this? In addition to the advantages of loan consolidation (like having one, simplified monthly payment), refinancing student loans at a lower interest rate can mean big benefits, like lowering monthly payments or reducing the time it takes to pay off your debt, and cutting down on the total interest you pay over time.

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Before you refinance federal student loans, there are a couple of things to think about. Here’s an easy decision tree to help you understand whether refinancing federal loans is right for you:

Should I Refinance My Federal Student Loans?

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates, Revealed

Some people assume that federal loans always offer the best rates, but this just isn’t true.

Depending on loan type and disbursement date, your federal student loan rate could range from about 3% to 8%. With prevailing interest rates at historic lows, some private lenders offer rates that are significantly better than a high-rate federal loan. This is particularly true for grad school borrowers who use unsubsidized Direct loans and Graduate PLUS loans to finance their education.

So how important is interest rate, really? Let’s compare a 10-year term, $80,000 loan at 6.84% (the current fixed rate on Grad PLUS loans) and 5.68% (the average 10-year fixed interest rate for SoFi refinance borrowers in 2015).*

In this example, refinancing would mean both lower monthly payments and a total savings of more than $5,600.

Understanding Federal Student Loan Benefits

Some federal student loans offer benefits and protections that do not transfer to private lenders. This is often the reason that people cite when they say you shouldn’t combine federal and private loans. But before you dismiss the idea of refinancing, you should first take a look to see if any of these benefits apply to you.

For example, under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLFP), your Direct Loan balance may be eligible for forgiveness after 120 payments if you’ve worked in the public sector that entire time. Similarly, the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program is available for teachers who work in schools that serve low-income families full-time for five consecutive years. These are clearly great programs for people who choose careers in public service or education, but if that’s not you, they won’t do you any good.

There are also a number of federal loan repayment plans that can ease the burden for borrowers facing tough economic times. For example, the government’s Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and Income-Based Repayment (IBR) programs allow borrowers to make reduced monthly payments based on financial hardship. But if your income is over a certain threshold, you won’t benefit from these programs. And if you do qualify, but you’re at the high end of the spectrum, your slightly lowered payments may come at a disproportionate price in the form of accumulating interest.

It’s important to note that some private lenders offer their own benefits and protections. At SoFi, for example, if you lose your job, we’ll not only pause your payments, we’ll help you find a new one .

Federal Loan Refinance Recap

Combining federal student loans and private loans through the refinancing process won’t make sense for every borrower, but it provides great benefits for some. Now that you know it’s an option and you understand how it works, you can better assess whether it’s right for you.

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One of the biggest student loan myths out there is that borrowers can’t consolidate federal student loans and private student loans into one loan. It’s understandable why people think that, since this wasn’t an option for many years. But now that the choice is available, it’s important to understand whether federal and private loan consolidation is right for you – especially when there’s the potential for significant cost savings on the line.

Can I Consolidate Federal and Private Student Loans?

While it’s not possible to use the federal Direct loan consolidation program to combine your federal student loans with private loans, it is possible to combine private and federal student loans by refinancing them with a private lender. Through this process, you actually apply for a new loan (which is used to pay off your original loans) and you’re given a new—ideally lower—interest rate.

Why would you want to do this? In addition to the advantages of loan consolidation (like having one, simplified monthly payment), refinancing student loans at a lower interest rate can mean big benefits, like lowering monthly payments or reducing the time it takes to pay off your debt, and cutting down on the total interest you pay over time.

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Before you refinance federal student loans, there are a couple of things to think about. Here’s an easy decision tree to help you understand whether refinancing federal loans is right for you:

Should I Refinance My Federal Student Loans?

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates, Revealed

Some people assume that federal loans always offer the best rates, but this just isn’t true.

Depending on loan type and disbursement date, your federal student loan rate could range from about 3% to 8%. With prevailing interest rates at historic lows, some private lenders offer rates that are significantly better than a high-rate federal loan. This is particularly true for grad school borrowers who use unsubsidized Direct loans and Graduate PLUS loans to finance their education.

So how important is interest rate, really? Let’s compare a 10-year term, $80,000 loan at 6.84% (the current fixed rate on Grad PLUS loans) and 5.68% (the average 10-year fixed interest rate for SoFi refinance borrowers in 2015).*

In this example, refinancing would mean both lower monthly payments and a total savings of more than $5,600.

Understanding Federal Student Loan Benefits

Some federal student loans offer benefits and protections that do not transfer to private lenders. This is often the reason that people cite when they say you shouldn’t combine federal and private loans. But before you dismiss the idea of refinancing, you should first take a look to see if any of these benefits apply to you.

For example, under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLFP), your Direct Loan balance may be eligible for forgiveness after 120 payments if you’ve worked in the public sector that entire time. Similarly, the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program is available for teachers who work in schools that serve low-income families full-time for five consecutive years. These are clearly great programs for people who choose careers in public service or education, but if that’s not you, they won’t do you any good.

There are also a number of federal loan repayment plans that can ease the burden for borrowers facing tough economic times. For example, the government’s Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and Income-Based Repayment (IBR) programs allow borrowers to make reduced monthly payments based on financial hardship. But if your income is over a certain threshold, you won’t benefit from these programs. And if you do qualify, but you’re at the high end of the spectrum, your slightly lowered payments may come at a disproportionate price in the form of accumulating interest.

It’s important to note that some private lenders offer their own benefits and protections. At SoFi, for example, if you lose your job, we’ll not only pause your payments, we’ll help you find a new one .

Federal Loan Refinance Recap

Combining federal student loans and private loans through the refinancing process won’t make sense for every borrower, but it provides great benefits for some. Now that you know it’s an option and you understand how it works, you can better assess whether it’s right for you.

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Exhaust all federal grant and loans available to you before considering a private (alternative) loan. You may qualify for loans or other assistance under title IV of the HEA (Pell Grants, Stafford, Perkins, FSEOG grants and PLUS loans) and the terms and conditions of title IV, HEA program loans may be more favorable than the provisions of private education loans . Student Lending Analytics has developed a list of private loan options for undergraduates to serve schools and their students who need a focused and neutral resource for help in finding a private student loan.

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Private student loan volume grew much more rapidly than federal student loan volume through mid-2008, in part because aggregate loan limits on the Stafford loan remained unchanged from 1992 to 2008. (The introduction of the Grad PLUS loan on July 1, 2006 and the increases in the annual but not aggregate limits had only a modest impact on the growth of private student loan volume. The subprime mortgage credit crisis of 2007-2010, however, limited lender access to the capital needed to make new loans, reining in growth of the private student loan marketplace.) The annual increase in private student loan volume was about 25% to 35% per year, compared with 8% per year for federal loan volume.

In addition to these lists of private student loan programs, there are several web sites that provide tools for comparing private student loans. These tools can help you identify the loans that match your criteria. These student loan comparison sites include Credible and other student loan comparison sites.

Then the Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008 increased the annual and aggregate loan limits on the federal Stafford loan starting July 1, 2008. This shifted significant loan volume from private student loan programs to federal. Private student loan volume dropped in half in 2008-09, according to the College Board’s Trends in Student Aid 2009.

Private student loan volume is expected to return to the 25% annual growth rate unless there is another increase in federal loan limits or an expansion of the availability of federal student loans. For example, the proposal for expanding Perkins loan funding from $1 billion a year to $8.5 billion a year will cause a significant decline in private student loan volume. But so long as federal loan limits do not increase every year, private student loan volume will continue to grow at double-digit rates.

If current trends continue, annual private education loan volume will surpass federal student loan volume by around 2030. Accordingly, it is important that students have tools they can use to compare different private student loans.

As a general rule, students should only consider obtaining a private education loan if they have maxed out the Federal Stafford Loan. They should also file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which may qualify them for grants, work-study and other forms of student aid. Undergraduate students should also compare costs with the Federal PLUS Loan, as the PLUS loan is usually much less expensive and has better repayment terms.

The fees charged by some lenders can significantly increase the cost of the loan. A loan with a relatively low interest rate but high fees can ultimately cost more than a loan with a somewhat higher interest rate and no fees. (The lenders that do not charge fees often roll the difference into the interest rate.) A good rule of thumb is that 3% to 4% in fees is about the same as a 1% higher interest rate.

Be wary of comparing loans with different repayment terms according to APR, as a longer loan term reduces the APR despite increasing the total amount of interest paid. FinAid’s Loan Analyzer Calculator may be used to generate an apples-to-apples comparison of different loan programs.

The best private student loans will have interest rates of LIBOR + 2.0% or PRIME – 0.50% with no fees. Such loans will be competitive with the Federal PLUS Loan. Unfortunately, these rates often will be available only to borrowers with great credit who also have a creditworthy cosigner. It is unclear how many borrowers qualify for the best rates, although the top credit tier typically encompasses about 20% of borrowers.

Generally, borrowers should prefer loans that are pegged to the LIBOR index over loans that are pegged to the Prime Lending Rate, all else being equal, as the spread between the Prime Lending Rate and LIBOR has been increasing over time. Over the long term a loan with interest rates based on LIBOR will be less expensive than a loan based on the Prime Lending Rate. About half of lenders peg their private student loans to the LIBOR index and about 2/5 to the Prime lending rate.

Some lenders use the LIBOR rate because it reflects their cost of capital. Other lenders use the Prime Lending Rate because PRIME + 0.0% sounds better to consumers than LIBOR + 2.80% even when the rates are the same.

It is not uncommon for lenders to advertise a lower rate for the in-school and grace period, with a higher rate in effect when the loan enters repayment.

Federal student loans are not available for expenses incurred by law, medical and dental students after they graduate, such as expenses associated with study for the bar or finding a residency. There are two types of private student loans for these expenses:

A Bar Study Loan helps finance bar exam costs such as bar review course fees, bar exam fees, as well as living expenses while you are studying for the bar.

A Residency and Relocation Loan helps medical and dental students with the expenses associated with finding a residency, including interview travel expenses and relocation costs, as well as board exam expenses.

Comparing Private Student Loans

Key information to understand student loans includes being aware of the annual and cumulative loan limits, interest rates, fees, and loan term for the most popular private student loan programs. Often the interest rates, fees and loan limits depend on the credit history of the borrower and co-signer, if any, and on loan options chosen by the borrower such as in-school deferment and repayment schedule. Loan term often depends on the total amount of debt.

Most lenders that require school certification (approval) will cap the annual loan amount at cost of education less aid received (COA-Aid). They may also have an annual dollar limit as well.

Lenders rarely give complete details of the terms of the private student loan until after the student submits an application, in part because this helps prevent comparisons based on cost. For example, many lenders will only advertise the lowest interest rate they charge (for good credit borrowers). Borrowers with bad credit can expect interest rates that are as much as 6% higher, loan fees that are as much as 9% higher, and loan limits that are two-thirds lower than the advertised figures.

The APRs for variable rate loans, if listed, are only the current APRs and are likely to change over the term of the loan. Borrowers should be careful about comparing loans based on the APR, as the APR may be calculated under different assumptions, such as a different number of years in repayment. All else being equal, a longer repayment term will have a lower APR even though the borrower will pay more in interest.

The information presented below is based on lender provided information. Actual rates and fees may differ.

List of Private Student Loan Companies 2014

Be careful when selecting a bank for student loans. They are not all created equal and some are dishonest. Get several loans in writing to compare. This could be the largest purchases you will make in your life.

Credit Unions offering student loans

– Advanced Financial FCU

– Credit Union of New Jersey

– First Jersey Credit Union

– Liberty Savings FCU

– NJ Gateway Federal Credit Union

– NIH Federal Credit Union

– Raritan Bay FCU

– Seaport Federal Credit Union

– Tri-Co Federal Credit Union

– United Poles FCU

Before taking out a loan for college it is important to understand student debt and how it will affect you after graduation. Learn more at Student Debt News.

Keep in mind all banks use credit scores to determine who is eligible and interest rates. If you or you re parents have a low credit score learn how to repair your credit legally There are companies and attorneys that are specialist in this matter. Or you can do it yourself.

Some of the largest student loan companies include Sallie Mae and Citi Student Loans (now owned by Discover.)

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Private Alternative Education Loans

These continuing education loans are made available by banks and private lending institutions, not the federal government. The interest rates,fees, and repayment schedules vary from one lender to another, and eligibility is typically based on the creditworthiness of the borrower and/or the co-signer. You will need to contact lenders directly to compare their service packages and program features. For a list of some lenders, see lender list.

In deciding whether or not alternative loans meet your needs, consider all of the following factors:

Borrowing money is a serious decision. It is a financial option to consider only after you have determined that you cannot cover the cost of your education through any other means. If you do take out a loan, be sure to read and save copies of all loan correspondence, records, and payments. Applicants applying for courses or certificate programs are certified at the undergraduate level except for those enrolled in the following complete certificate programs, which have graduate status:Paralegal, Landscape Architecture, and Post-Baccalaureate Program in Classics. (Note: Status and level for purposes of certification is defined by the course or program, not by prior education.) If enrolling in summer courses, a separate loan application is required.

Can I Consolidate Federal Private Student Loans Together?

If you have student loans, chances are you’re dealing with multiple interest rates, multiple loan servicers and multiple monthly payments – a surefire recipe for multiple headaches. The idea of consolidating all your loans together sounds like a great way to simplify, but is that even possible when you have both private and federal loans? More importantly, is it advisable?

The short answer to the first question is yes, it is possible. But in order to decide whether it makes sense for your situation, there are some considerations to take into account. Here’s what you need to know:

The Term “Consolidation” Can Have Different Meanings

Consolidating student loans simply means combining them together, but there’s a difference between consolidating through the government’s Direct Loan Consolidation Program and consolidating through a bank or alternative lender.

When you consolidate student loans through the Direct Loan Consolidation Program:

Most (but not all) federal loans are eligible, and private loans are not allowed.

The resulting interest rate is a weighted average of the original loans’ interest rates, which means no money is saved.

You may be able to select a new, longer term, which can reduce your monthly payments ; however, a longer term can also end up costing you more money in total interest.

When you consolidate student loans through a private lender:

In most cases, only private loans are eligible (although a handful of lenders accept both private and federal student loans).

You’re offered a new interest rate based on your current financial situation, including your credit score (which means those loans are being refinanced as well as being consolidated).

If you qualify for a lower interest rate, you may be able to reduce your monthly payments or shorten payment term, and you can save a significant amount of money on total interest.

Okay, so we’ve established that certain lenders will allow you to consolidate your private and federal loans together. Now let’s talk about whether that option is right for you.

When Refinancing Federal Loans Is a No-Brainer

The interest rates on federal loans are all one-size-fits-all numbers determined by Congress, so everyone gets the same rate for the same type of loan regardless of their unique financial situations. This can be advantageous for some borrowers – for example, undergrads who have little-to-no credit history and income. But borrowers whose finances and credit improve after graduation may find they’re eligible for lower rates through a private lender. This is particularly the case for mature borrowers who take out higher-rate federal unsubsidized or PLUS loans for graduate, MBA or professional degree programs. (You can see how your credit standing affects your cost of debt over time using this calculator .)

Unfortunately, many borrowers who would qualify to refinance don’t even realize the option exists for federal loans – mostly because it only became available in the past few years. But as awareness grows, so does the number of borrowers who take advantage of refinancing. In fact, the majority of SoFi’s $1 billion in funded loans is made up of refinanced federal student loan debt. (Full disclosure: I work for SoFi.)

Before refinancing federal loans, it’s important to note that some of these loans have features that don’t transfer to private lenders through the refinancing process. There are three main examples:

Deferment/forbearance. Some (but not all) private lenders have a forbearance option in the case of unforeseen financial hardship, for example if you’re laid off from your job. The details of each lender’s offering will be different, so it’s good to learn what it is before refinancing.

Income-driven repayment. Many federal loans offer the option of an income-based repayment plan, such as Pay As You Earn (PAYE), which allows you to make reduced monthly payments based on your income level. Most borrowers who qualify to refinance with a private lender at a lower rate don’t typically benefit from this program because their income is too high, but if you’re unsure, you should do the math on your own loans before refinancing.

Potential loan forgiveness. The three most common forgiveness options are for borrowers who teach, work in the public sector or participate in one of the aforementioned income-driven plans. You’ll want to read up on these forgiveness options to see if you qualify before refinancing federal loans.

Bottom line? If your priority is saving money, then refinancing both federal and private loans can be a great strategy. The benefits of consolidating – simplifying your life with one monthly bill and payment – are simply an added bonus.

This article is intended to provide useful information about personal finance, but it is not intended to provide legal, investment or tax advice.

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